When a cell is able to take up free DNA or RNA, it is termed “competent”. Some cell types or microbial species, such as Bacillus subtilis, 11 are naturally competent and they can be induced to uptake ...

An introductory course focused on the new and existing materials that are crucial for mitigating worldwide anthropogenic CO2 emissions and associated greenhouse gases. Emphasis will be placed on how ...

reviews the main structural and engine materials used in aircraft, helicopters and space craft in terms of their properties, performance and applications introduces the reader to the range of ...

Developments in advanced materials over the years have contributed to the spectacular progress in the thrust-to-weight ratio of the aero gas turbine. This has been achieved mainly through the ...

Machine generated contents note: Preface Part I: Theoretical Approaches to Material Culture Chapter 1: Making Sense of Material Culture Chapter 2: A Freudian Psychoanalytic Approach Chapter 3: ...

Conifer Gutter Service has introduced advanced gutter materials designed to enhance durability and performance for residential properties throughout the Denver metropolitan area. The company’s ...

Introduction: How materiality matters to the study of religion -- Part I: theories and definitions. How some theories of religion dematerialize it -- What is the material study of religion? -- How ...